Mr Yakubu Dogara, has said the reason for the non-realization of the 35 per cent representation of women in government is men’s domination, particularly those in decision-making level.
“Women have paid their dues in Nigeria, tempered by years of struggle for economic, social and political emancipation.
“They have borne the pains of this struggle with grace just like a woman in travails. Our strong women know how to endure these pains that only strong men can heal.
“Why does success still seem far-flung? To my mind, that is the case because we, Nigerian men, are too weak and insecure.
“Anywhere in the world where women fall, it has always been due to lack of strength in men. Must we continue to crush our women in order to continue feeling powerful?
“Nigerian men must grow up knowing that we are the ones to make possible what our women are struggling for, not the women themselves.
“Although, women must never give up the fight or struggle until victory is won,’’ he said.
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